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If you have been fertilizing your garden regularly for several years in a row, it’s possible your soil may need lime. Lime is a calcium-based soil amendment that farmers and gardeners use to raise ...

Using coffee grounds in the garden has numerous benefits but it can change the soil's pH levels, which can lead to a growth ...

Purdue Extension Educators frequently encourage homeowners to get soil tests when they want to grow new plants in an area, or try to diagnose what’s wrong with plants currently growing. One key ...

Wood ashes can be a valuable resource for amending garden soil. Anyone using a fireplace or wood stove knows that a large amount of wood ashes can accumulate over a heating season. When applied under ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. – The most consumed drink in the world has more benefits than just keeping us awake. Spent coffee grounds can be used as a soil amendment and compost ingredient, while liquid coffee ...

Household vinegars have a lower percentage of acetic acid than horticultural vinegars. Vinegars with higher percentages of acetic acid are more effective for controlling weeds, but can damage food and ...

Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea): This variety is most commonly affected by soil pH. It includes both Mophead and Lacecap types. The color change is most dramatic in these hydrangeas.

If you drink coffee, you probably have a steady supply of coffee grounds on hand—but don't throw them away. Instead, put them to work in your garden, where they can help grow stronger, healthier ...